Mel Tracina returns to host Big Brother 2026 with roof

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 23:50 · Archive

Mel Tracina will return as host of Big Brother Australia for a second season with a new roof covering the Brisbane stage.

Mel Tracina will return as host of Big Brother Australia for the show's second season in 2026, following its return to Ten in 2025. The new season will relocate to Brisbane with significant infrastructure improvements.

Tracina's debut hosting the rebooted show last year took place in a downpour. She was soaked during the live first episode, an experience she described as a 'baptism of fire'. Despite the challenging conditions, she said the rain helped settle everyone's nerves on set and demonstrated that 'anything can happen' on the show.

Producers have since built a roof over the Big Brother stage to protect against unexpected weather events. Tracina has expressed gratitude for the addition, noting that members of the public have approached her asking whether she would have weather protection this time around.

How it is being reported

• Under a roof and ready to reign: Mel Tracina returns to host Big Brother 2026After weathering a stormy live debut, host Mel Tracina returns for a brand-new season of Big Brother Australia — complete with a shiny new Brisbane location and a much-needed stage roof.The West Australian · 22 Oct, 19:00
• Under a roof and ready to reign: Mel Tracina returns to host Big Brother 2026After weathering a stormy live debut, host Mel Tracina returns for a brand-new season of Big Brother Australia — complete with a shiny new Brisbane location and a much-needed stage roof.Perth Now · 22 Oct, 19:00

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